There’s no denying that women have faced sexism in the entertainment industry since its inception, but actresses in particular have it especially tough as a result of ridiculous standards of beauty.
Earlier this month, a video from a project called “Casting Call” went viral. The clip draws attention to the frustratingly sexist way women’s roles are often advertised in casting calls. In the video, which you can watch below, real actresses read the often cringeworthy casting calls that are put out for women’s roles. One actress reads, “The role involves a short, sexual activity but nothing to worry about. LOL!” with another adding, “Please only apply if you are of a slender build and performance space is limited.” Give the video a watch:
